President Trump has endorsed Darline Graham Nordone in the August South Carolina special GOP primary to replace the late Sen. Lindsey Graham.
“It was my Honor to welcome now Senator Darline Graham Nordone (The sister of the Late, Great Lindsey Graham!), from the Wonderful State of South Carolina, into the Oval Office. We have known each other for a long time — She is a spectacular person, and a true American Patriot. Lindsey was one of the greatest people and Senators I have ever known, and his sister shares his deep love of our Country, and the State of South Carolina,” Trump wrote on Truth Social.
“During her visit, I asked Darline, for the Good of our Nation, to run for the U.S. Senate in the Special Republican Primary on Tuesday, August 11, 2026. I hope Darline does this, in that there would be nobody better to honor the legacy of her beloved brother, Lindsey,” Trump continued.
“Darline, who comes from an absolutely incredible family, has been a WINNER all of her life and, should she accept, has my Complete and Total Endorsement in the Special Election for U.S. Senate in South Carolina — SHE WILL NEVER LET YOU DOWN. RUN, DARLINE, RUN!” he added.
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Axios shared further:
Graham Nordone has not publicly confirmed plans to run, but Trump’s endorsement will vault her ahead of other GOP candidates vying to replace her late brother.
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Nordone Graham was sworn in earlier this week to replace her brother for the remainder of the current term, which ends on January 3, 2027.
Earlier reports indicated that Graham is considering a bid for a full Senate term.
“Why not her?” Sen. Tim Scott (R-SC) asked.
Lindsey Graham’s Sister Reportedly Considering A Run For Full Senate Term
Reuters noted:
Republicans currently hold a narrow majority in the Senate and the House of Representatives heading into November's U.S. midterm elections.
The late U.S. senator's memorial will be held on July 28 in Washington and July 29 in South Carolina.
